NewVIc News (January 2015)

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A successful learning community
NewVIc News
Key Facts for 2014
707
NewVIc
students
progressed to university
2
NewVIc
students
go to Oxford university
73
NewVIc
students
progressed to Russell
Group universities
17%
of A-level
students
progressed to Russell
Group universities
January 2015
NewVIc sent more
disadvantaged students
to university than any
other sixth form in the
country (2011)
See page 2
for more
NewVIc
results
Former NewVIc student meets
the Duchess of Cambridge
Sheikh Sheikh, a former NewVIc student and a
phenomenal wheelchair athlete, recently met
Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, at an
event for SportsAid. The Duchess of Cambridge
is a patron of the charity.
As a NewVIc student, Sheikh studied level 3
BTEC extended diploma in sports development,
coaching and fitness and was an active member
of NewVIc’s Sports Academy as a Sports Leader.
NewVIc is one of only four colleges to have been
awarded Sports Academy status by national
charity, Sports Leaders UK. The college has
also been successfully awarded £70k by the
Sport England FE Activation Fund for increasing
capacity over three years, including a specific
focus on disability provision and leadership.
The Duchess spent time watching Sheikh and
other young athletes training in the GSK Human
Performance Lab in Brentford.
Sheikh, who is currently being coached by British
Paralympic champion David Weir CBE, said that
he was inspired by the Duchess’s visit: “She was
somewhat apologetic, watching me as I was
working, and seemed very interested in how the
tests work. I felt very inspired by her visit.”
Beth Harris, NewVIc’s Sports Academy manager,
said “During Sheikh’s time at NewVIc, he always
showed himself to be a hardworking, impressive
and inspiring athlete. We are very pleased for his
success to date and have no doubt that he will
continue to be an asset to British athletics.”
In 2013, Sheikh Sheikh was the British no.2
for 400m and the British no.3 for 200m in
wheelchair athletics.
NewVIc Open Day
Don’t miss this opportunity to:
• tour our excellent facilities, including our skills centre, newly refurbished canteen, media suite and indoor sports hall
• learn about our courses, including our unique
specialist pathways
• find out about our range of student development opportunities
• meet some of our staff and students
• take part in experiments, activities and more
For fast track entry register at
Saturday 7 february 2015
9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Read more about
student success
at NewVIc page 3
Newham Sixth Form College (NewVIc)
T: 020 7473 4110
www.newvic.ac.uk/openday
We would like all parents/guardians to attend.
Prince Regent Lane, Plaistow, London, E13 8SG
What our students say
about NewVIc page 4
Find out more at: www.newvic.ac.uk
Choosing your
course page 5
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Student
Success at
NewVIc
About
NewVIc
NewVIc is London’s largest
sixth form college with over
2500 full-time students
NewVIc has been a successful learning
community for over twenty years.
We are a thriving sixth form college located
in the heart of east London.
The college was established in 1992 with
the aim of increasing opportunities for school
leavers in Newham, and neighbouring
boroughs, who opt to stay in education.
We specialise in working with young people
aged 16-19 progressing from year 11
at school.
The college has grown and developed
over the past twenty years and offers a
wide range of courses including A-levels,
specialist pathways, level 2 and 3 vocational
programmes, foundation level and
ESOL programmes.
Our college community includes over 300
experienced and dedicated staff who are
focused on helping every student become
a skilled and successful learner and to
progress successfully to higher education,
employment or training.
WE ARE A
STRONG, SUPPORTIVE
COMMUNITY
ORGANISED AROUND THE NEEDS
OF INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS
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Results 2014
96%
100%
PASS
RATE
IN 27 SUBJECTS:
>> anthropology
>> business*
>> classical civilisation
>> computing
>> dance
>> drama and theatre studies
>> economics
>> engineering*
>> English language and literature
>> forensic science (applied)*
>> French
>> further mathematics
>> film studies
>> German
>>geography
>> health and social care*
>> IT*
>> law*
>> media studies
>> philosophy
>> photography*
>> Spanish
>> sport*
>> statistics
>> textiles
>> Urdu
>> world development
IN 2014 NEWVIC ACHIEVED A
95%
PASS
100% RATE
LEVEL 3
VOCATIONAL
PASS RATE
IN 5 LEVEL 3 VOCATIONAL
SUBJECT AREAS:
>> >> >> >> >> construction
creative media production
electrical/electronic engineering
IT Practitioners - general
mechanical engineering
Achieved A-levels in:
English literature
government and politics
history
64 vocational students achieved D*D*D*
(triple distinction star) grade which is
equivalent to 3 A* grades at A-level.
105 students achieved either DDD,
D*DD or D*D*D.
32% of NewVIc A-level candidates
achieved an A*, A or B grade.
School
A* A A*
645 A*-C grades were achieved at
A-level, including 103 A* or A grades.
169 vocational students achieved a
triple distinction or above.
*level 3 BTEC subsidiary diploma
For more information about this year’s results, visit: www.newvic.ac.uk.
Achieved a level 3 BTEC extended diploma
in IT networking and systems:
Triple distinction star (D*D*D*)
Uzaifa is now studying computer
science at King’s College London.
and an AS-level in
economicsA
Sabhat Ahmed
Ex-Lister Community
School
Ex-Kingsford Community
School
in mechanical engineering:
Mahad is now studying engineering,
at Queen Mary University London.
biology
chemistry
mathematics
and an AS-level in physics
A* A
A* C
Sabahat is now studying medicine at
Kings College London.
Zulfiye
Kahraman
A
A* B
B
Razia Labiba
Ex-Cumberland School
in mechanical engineering: Triple distinction star (D*D*D*)
Razia was awarded a scholarship and is
now studying mechanical engineering with
aeronautics at Brunel University.
William
Shepherd
Ubokobong
Mmah
Ex-Cumberland School
in applied science - medical:
D*DD
Ubokobong is now studying law at the
University of Leeds.
Ex-Forest Gate Community
School
computingA
further mathematics
A
mathematicsA
and an AS-level in
physicsC
William is now studying computer science
at the University of Southampton.
Zulfiye is now studying mathematics at
Queen Mary University London.
A
Gerda is now studying biology at
Merton College, Oxford University.
Mahad Nsubuga
and an AS-level in
anthropology Achieved A-levels in:
chemistry
A
mathematics
A
biologyA
and an AS-level in
higher mathematics
Rumana is now studying history at
St Hilda’s College, Oxford University.
English language and literature mathematics psychology Gerda
Kildisiute
Ex-Lister Community
Triple distinction star (D*D*D*)
NEWVIC 2014
PASS RATE FACTS:S:
NewVIc has strong links with the most selective
universities, including Oxford, Cambridge,
University College London, Queen Mary University
of London and King’s College London. In 2014,
73 NewVIc students progressed to Russell Group
universities with 85 students progressing to the
most highly selective institutions. Students benefit
from visits and master classes from top academics.
Uzaifa Kamdar
Rumana Ali
Ex-Plashet School
NEWVIC ACHIEVED A
A-LEVEL
PASS RATE
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NEWVIC COURSE
LISTING A-Z
What our students say about
NewVIc
Ex-Rokeby School
Age 18
Ex-St Edward’s School
Age 18
Studied level 3 BTEC
extended diploma in art
and design (DDD). Now
studying architecture at
University of Westminster.
Studied A-level English
Language (B), AS-level
dance (C) and AS-level
drama (A). Now studying
dance performance at
Middlesex University.
Through my course and the Create
programme, I have achieved a
diverse range of skills in product
design, graphics and textiles, but
the best achievement so far was
designing an architectural structure
from technical drawings to model
making. I have had the opportunity
to observe a team of architects at
Levitt Bernstein during my work
experience, and gained new skills
which I can apply on my course.
“
“
“
Rakim Yavuzel
Studying level 3 BTEC
extended diploma in sports
development, coaching
and fitness with A-level
mathematics.
“
My sports and maths teachers have
never stopped pushing me to do the
best that I can do. It’s resulted in me
achieving D*D* in my first year of
the level 3 sport and passing
AS-level maths. Staff have
supported me to attend training and
a variety of sporting events, such
as athletics and volleyball, in order
to maintain a good and versatile
athletic standard.
“
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Rafia Patel
Ex-Plashet School
Age 18
Studying A-levels in
chemistry, biology
and mathematics.
“
All of my teachers have been
exceptionally supportive and
motivate us to do well. They have
pushed me to stretch my abilities
academically and taught me to
overcome challenges. NewVIc has
also provided me with excellent
facilities such as the library and the
flex - computer room, which I use
to complete my work to the best of
my ability.
“
Ex-Kingsford Community School AGE 18
NewVIc has given me a platform to
grow in my creative arts aspirations.
As part of NewVIc alumni Joseph
Toonga’s “Let’s Shine” Mentorship
programme, I developed my dance
and creative ability; learning from
dancers I would never have met
otherwise. I have written, recorded
and produced songs in NewVIc’s
new music studio, been involved in
the NewVIc Dance Company (NDC),
Music Advancement Programme
(MAP), songwriting club and the
girls’ basketball team.
A
Muzthahid
Quraishi
Ex-Langdon School
Age 19
Studied A-levels in
mathematics (A), chemistry
(A), biology (A) and an
AS-level in history (A) at
NewVIc. Now studying
medicine at Barts and the
London School of
Medicine and Dentistry,
Queen Mary University
of London.
“
NewVIc has so many extracurricular activities and medicine
is so competitive, you need to set
yourself apart. The work experience
team helped me to get a two-week
placement at Royal London Hospital
where I did ward rounds, observed
surgery and spoke to experienced
surgeons. NewVIc’s Honours
Programme also helped a lot, as I got
to visit Oxford University and other
top Russell Group universities.
Gemma Wade
Ex-Kelmscott School
Age 17
Studying A-levels in
English literature and
history, as well as AS-level
Spanish. Gemma has
already achieved an A-level
in classical civilisation (A).
“
My teachers have encouraged me
to put answers forward more and
give ideas in the classroom. As
part of the Honours Programme, I
went to Wadham College in Oxford
University. This opportunity really
helped with classical civilisation,
as our lectures were based around
classics, history and archaeology.
Read more about what our students say at: www.newvic.ac.uk
Accounting and financial services programme
(level 3)
Anthropology (A-level)
Applied science (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
Archaeology (A-level)
Art and design (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
Art and design (level 3 BTEC extended diploma/
90-credit diploma)
Art route (Create)
B
Biology (A-level)
Business (A-level)
Business (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
Business
(level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma)
Business
(level 3 BTEC extended diploma/90-credit diploma)
Business and IT
(level 3 BTEC diploma double 90-credits) C
Caring for children (CACHE level 1) Chemistry (A-level)
Childcare and education (CACHE level 3 diploma)
Classical civilisation (A-level)
Computer science
(level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
Computer science (level 3 BTEC extended
diploma/90-credit diploma) Computing (A-level)
Construction and the built environment
Construction and the built environment
Creative media production
Creative media production
Creative route (Create)
Creative writing (A-level) Dance (A-level)
Diploma in personal progress (entry level 1)
Drama and theatre studies (A-level)
F
Film studies (A-level)
Financial studies - IFS certificate (level 3)
Fine art (A-level)
Forensic science (applied science)
French (A-level)
French - Route Français
Further mathematics (A-level)
G
Geography (A-level)
German (A-level)
Government and politics (A-level)
Graphic design (A-level)
H
Health and medicine pathway (Honours Pathway)
Health and social care
Health and social care
Health and social care (level 3 BTEC extended
diploma/90-credit diploma)
History (A-level)
Horizon (level 1)
Humanities, law and social sciences pathway
(Honours Pathway)
I
ICT (A-level)
I&CT (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
I&CT networking and systems support
Interactive media (design)
IT (level 3 BTEC extended diploma/
90-credit diploma)
IT (level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma)
IT networking and systems support (level 3 BTEC
extended diploma/90-credit diploma)
J
L
Law (A-level)
Law (level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma)
E
Early years education and care
(CACHE level 2 certificate)
Economics (A-level)
Economics, maths and finance pathway
(Honours Pathway)
Electronics (A-level) Electronic engineering
Engineering (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
English - functional English
(level 1 and 2 certificate)
English language (A-level)
English language (GCSE re-sit)
English language and literature (A-level)
English literature (A-level)
ESOL 16-19 (foundation learning)
Extended project (AS-level equivalent)
Journalism
(level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma
D
“
Emmanuella
Idris
Full-time courses starting September 2015
“
“
Daniel
Gloambes
Medical science (applied science) (level 3 BTEC
extended diploma/90-credit diploma)
Music (A-level)
Music (level 2 BTEC extended diploma)
Music leadership programme (Create)
Music performing
Music technology production
Music technology production
P
Performing arts – performing
Performing arts
Performing route (Create)
Philosophy (A-level)
Photography (art and design)
Physics (A-level)
Product design (A-level)
Preparation for progression - a range of GCSEs
(entry level 3)
Progress to advanced (level 2)
Psychology (A-level)
R
Religious studies (A-level)
S
Science and technology pathway
(Honours Pathway)
Skills for independence and work (entry level 2)
Sociology (A-level)
Spanish (A-level)
Sport (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
Sport (level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma)
Sports development, coaching and fitness
Statistics (A-level)
Step UP (foundation learning)
T
Technical Baccalaureate
Textiles (A-level)
Travel and tourism
Travel and tourism (level 3 BTEC extended
Traineeship (level 2)
TV and film
(level 3 BTEC certificate/subsidiary diploma
U
M
Urdu (A-level)
Mathematics (A-level)
Maths (level 3)
Mathematics (GCSE re-sit)
Mathematics (level 1 and 2 certificate)
Mechanical engineering (level 3 BTEC extended
Media and communication route (Create)
Media studies (A-level)
W
T: 020 7473 4110
World development (A-level)
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Performing Arts and Music at NewVIc
Joseph Toonga
Dancer and choreographer
If you love performing arts
and music, then NewVIc
can offer you fantastic
opportunities to pursue
this career path.
Studied performing arts at NewVIc in 2005
– 2008 and now Artistic Director of the
Just Us Dance Theatre.
At NewVIc, I set up a dance company
called Just Us Dance Theatre with
another ex-NewVIc student Ricardo Da
Silva. Being at NewVIc really helped me
develop the self-discipline and drive to
push to achieve my ambitions, thanks to
the energy and support I was receiving
from my teachers. NewVIc gave me
the opportunity to express my thoughts
through dance showcases and outside
projects. It also opened my eyes to the
dance industry. After NewVIc, I went on to
continue my training at Lewisham College
and then at London Contemporary Dance
School where I graduated with an Honours
degree in 2013.
In recent years, NewVIc performing arts
alumni have gone on to become professional
musicians, actors and dancers as well as
choreographers, music producers, artist
managers, costume designers, youth
workers, events organisers, teachers, arts
administrators and journalists.
Our courses offer you the chance to
specialise in an area of performing arts,
music or dance.
Performing arts and music
courses at NewVIc
>> dance (A-level)
>> drama and theatre studies (A-level)
Students benefit from the
college’s links to some of the
top universities and industry
professionals such as:
>> Frantic Assembly
>> Phakama Arts
>> National Theatre Connections
>> Michael Buffong (award winning director and artistic director of Talawa)
>> Toby Baker (composer and musician, Alexander O’Neal, Candi Station)
>> Freddie Opoku Addaie (choreographer and NewVIc alumni)
>> Shammi Pithia (iTunes world music
chart no 1)
>> Just Us Dance Mentoring Scheme
Our students have gone on to study at
some of the country’s leading arts providers
including universities such as Lancaster,
Queen Mary and Middlesex, as well as
specialist conservatoires including London
Contemporary Dance School, Laban, E15
Drama School, Italia Conti Drama School,
SSR Studios and Rose Bruford.
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>> music (A-level) and (level 2 BTEC extended certificate)
>> music performing (level 3 certificate/
subsidiary diploma)
We have fantastic facilities
including:
>> industry-standard music and recording facilities
>> mirrored sprung dance studio
>> a fully operational theatre with light and sound rigs
Students can take advantage of
a range of extra-curricular
activities including:
>> music technology production
(level 3 certificate/subsidiary diploma)
and (level 3 BTEC extended diploma)
>> free or subsidised instrumental tuition through the Music Advancement
Programme (MAP)
>> performing arts (level 3 BTEC
extended diploma)
>> NewVIc Dance Company (advanced abstract, street dance company that
performs around the UK)
>> performing arts - performing
Our subjects offer a mix of practical and
theory based classes. You will have
opportunities to develop your creative,
technical and performance skills. Many of our
programmes link to industry professionals and
provide work-based learning and skills.
>> bands and ensembles including Solid Harmony Choir, Djing and spoken word
>> NewVIc Theatre Company
>> Cultivate Dance Company (beginner dance group) and open dance classes in a range of styles.
Students have many opportunities to be
involved in productions, either as a performer
or off-stage in event management, marketing,
designing, box office, stage management and
other roles. Students are also able to perform
in college, schools, at local borough events
and at renowned venues such as Stratford
Circus and The Tricycle Theatre.
Staff are experienced industry professionals
and will provide you with careers advice.
T: 020 7473 4110
For more information on NewVIc’s
performing arts and music courses, visit:
www.newvic.ac.uk/pam
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As an artist now, I’ve had the privilege of
being invited to perform and choreograph
for different organisations and in different
countries including Wales, France, Italy,
Germany and Holland. Other highlights of
my career so far include:
>> Becoming a resident artist/company with Greenwich Dance.
>> Winning second place at the
Con cours Choreographique
International de Paris 2013.
>> Working with such artist as Robert Hylton and Wayne McGregor at the Royal Opera House.
>> Creating site-specific work on Ludus Youth Dance Company
and County Youth Dance company
in Swansea.
Whilst taking up all these opportunities, it
has always been important for me to come
back and continue my relationship with
NewVIc as that was where I began my
artistic journey.
To read Joseph Toonga’s full profile visit: www.newvic.ac.uk/joseph
NewVIc students
put on a ‘powerful’
performance
NewVIc’s performing arts students put on a
spellbinding production of ‘The Tempest’ at
Stratford Circus as part of the UK’s largest
youth drama event, the Shakespeare
School’s Festival.
Along with pupils from Cumberland School
and two local primary schools, the NewVIc
students performed abridged productions of
The Tempest, Julius Caesar, Hamlet and
A Midsummer Night Dream.
The performance involved shadow puppetry,
physical theatre and singing. Directed by
drama teacher Annie John, the music was
composed by the college’s music technology
students, under the direction of music teacher
John Crockford.
It was a very rewarding experience for the
students, as the rehearsal process involved
an exciting workshop with professional
directors and actors. Sean Donnelly, studying
level 3 BTEC extended diploma in performing
arts, played the character Trinculo. Sean said:
“When I started the project, I didn’t think I
would be able to play a Shakespeare
character, but with the support of the directors
I began to feel more comfortable. On show
night, I was really eager and excited to show
the piece. The whole experience was
sensational - something I will never forget.”
Murshed Ahmed, also studying level 3
performing arts, had the unique opportunity
to play two characters - Stephano and
Ferdinand. He added: “It was a fantastic
opportunity to be given a chance to display
our talents. I felt really happy that we were
able to work with primary and secondary
pupils, as we were all able to learn from
each other. The performance overall was
entertaining and enlightening. We were lucky
to get the chance to perform on a large-scale
professional stage.”
Following the show, Michael Tucker, the
Shakespeare School’s Festival Coordinator,
said: “Your cast did you proud. From their
professional behaviour behind the scenes
to their commitment, focus and talent on the
stage, they proved their ability to perform in
a professional venue.”
Find out more about NewVIc at: www.newvic.ac.uk
Junior Alli-Balogun
MIDI and Live Playback Technician, Percussionist
Studied A-level music and level 3 BTEC music technology
NewVIc gave me the extensive hours of learning
and practice of the essential skills needed to
get me where I am today. After leaving NewVIc,
I went straight into a four-month tour around
Europe, playing onstage as a percussionist.
Since then I’ve gone from one tour to another,
taking on various different roles – musician,
production manager, backline technician, MIDI
and live playback technician, tour manager,
monitor engineer.
I’ve been fortunate and had the pleasure to tour
with some amazing artist such as Tinie Tempah,
Robbie Williams, Blur, Pharrell Wiliams, Elton
John, Emeli Sandé, Jessie Ware, Coldplay,
Adele and many more. I’ve just finished a sixmonth European tour with an independent soul
artist playing percussion in December 2014.
I’m currently prepping to go back on tour with
Emeli Sandé for her second album world tour
as her MIDI and live playback technician.
Full profile visit: www.newvic.ac.uk/alli
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NewVIc’s outstanding students
honoured at annual awards evening
The annual awards ceremony at Newham
Sixth Form College (NewVIc) celebrated
the success of over 100 students. Award
winners included those who have shown
incredible commitment to their studies,
excelling in extra-curricular activities, as well
as overcoming barriers and difficult
personal circumstances.
Start your education at
NewVIc
NOW
Are you:
>>
>>
Tayo Akinrinlade receives award from David Cosford,
Director of sports at the University of East London.
Adiba Ahmed receives award from Principal, Eddie Playfair.
Adiba Ahmed, received a CACHE level 3
award, as well as an SFBac award with
commendations. Despite tragically losing
both of her parents to cancer, Adiba managed
to achieve a B in her level 3 CACHE diploma
in childcare and education and a C in GCSE
English. She also spearheaded NewVIc’s
fundraising efforts for Great Ormond Street
Hospital, where her two-year old niece was
being treated for leukaemia.
Despite all of these challenges, she remained
an inspiring and bubbly student, involved in
college life as a student ambassador work
and continued charity work. Adiba said: “As
I’m dyslexic, NewVIc gave me one-to-one and
extra support. It was also really good of the
college to help us fundraise for Great Ormond
Street Hospital.”
Tayo Akinrinlade was presented with the
coach of the year (male) award. Tayo
exceeded all expectations, stepping above
and beyond the requirements of NewVIc’s
Sports Leadership Academy in his first year.
He completed 100 hours of sports coaching
and volunteering in local schools, and was
also awarded a Jack Petchey Award for
his voluntary football coaching in his local
community. He will be finishing his FA level
2 coaching qualification this year, while
continuing his A-levels in politics, chemistry
and business studies.
Tayo said: “It’s really exciting to have been
given this award. I feel that the Sports
Academy have done such a good job. All
the staff are excellent and approachable.
The work we do in the community is great,
as we learn such valuable skills including
communication and teamwork.”
Principal Eddie Playfair said: “Once again, we
are celebrating our best year ever at NewVIc,
with the highest pass rates and more students
achieving the highest possible grades. We
are all so proud of those students receiving
awards for excellence and they can be proud
of themselves. Our students are ambitious,
committed and achieve tremendous success.”
16-18, not in full-time education and unsure
what to do next?
want to get back into education and get some qualifications?
We have courses starting late
February to help you get back
into education and progress
onto level 2 or 3 programme,
or into employment or onto
an apprenticeship.
Contact our advice and recruitment
team for details and let us help
you succeed:
T: 020 7473 4110
E: [email protected]
We value the diversity
of our students and staff
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Find out more about NewVIc at: www.newvic.ac.uk
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